Best Family Daycare in Downers Grove, IL

Q: What should I look for in a family daycare near me in Downers Grove, IL?

When looking for a family daycare near you in Downers Grove, IL, the most important thing to consider is the safety, comfort, and well-being of your child. Depending on your family's needs, make sure to inquire about the family daycare provider's experience in caring for children of similar ages. Ask about their qualifications, resources available for learning and development, such as toys or educational materials. Additionally, consider inquiring about how the family daycare provider structures their days; if they provide meals or snacks; and if they allow you to have a tour of their facility. It is also important that you feel comfortable with the family daycare provider and that they understand your family's values and priorities. Taking these points into consideration when selecting a family daycare can help ensure that your child has a safe and nurturing environment in which to thrive.

Q: How do I know if a family daycare provider near me in Downers Grove, IL is right for my family?

When selecting a family daycare provider, families may want to consider factors such as location, value for costs, hours of operation, and licensing requirements and monitoring standards. Additionally, it is worth evaluating any safety regulations in place at the facility and paying attention to reviews from past or current clients. Upon visiting the family daycare near you in Downers Grove, IL, there should be a sense that it is clean and well-organized, and the staff should be friendly and welcoming. All of these aspects help ensure that not only are the family's needs met and children are receiving the best possible care.

Q: What are some tips for choosing a family daycare provider near me in Downers Grove, IL?

When choosing family daycare near you in Downers Grove, IL, it is essential to be thorough! Consider what's most important to you and when choosing a child care provider, and don't be afraid to ask questions when interviewing potential daycares. You should also schedule a visit to meet with the family daycare provider and observe the environment. You may ask them questions such as: How does the daycare staff interact with the children? Are there toys, materials, and appropriate activities for the age group of children in their care? Are there any qualifications, certifications, background checks, and child-to-adult ratio of staff information they can share with you? All of these questions as well as any additional considerations that are important to you should help you make an informed decision.

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Recent family daycare reviews in Downers Grove, IL

Ms Hema Inc

5.0

Heading back to work after having a baby was so stressful for a first-time mom. What has made the transition so much easier is knowing that my child is in a positive and safe environment all day. I could not ask for better care from Hemaxi--she's loving to my child, knowledgable and provides a space...

- Andrea B.

Debbie S.

5.0

Debbie is great about accommodating changes in our schedule and checking in about and honoring any preferences we had about our daughter's care...food, naps, activities, etc. Her love for the kids in her care is obvious and genuine. I recommend her without any hesitation!

- Samantha T.

Jessica's Kiddie Clubhouse

5.0

she's the best caring caregiver known. she has great communication and good caring for the kids.. kids love her!!!

- Jessica G.

Sisters Home Day Care

5.0

I really enjoyed this home daycare. They were big on open communication, thought of creative activities for holidays for kids and outside activities. My son started going when he was 1 years old and he felt welcomed since day one. My son is now 3 and I can see how much he has grown and how much they...

- Melissa N.

2nd Connection Fcc

5.0

My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids get at her small home daycare has...

- Laurel S.

Family daycares in Downers Grove, IL

Ms Hema Inc

349 39th Street, Downers Grove, IL

3.7

(3)

Our focus is to promote development in child's physical, social-emotional, language and cognitive areas. Children explore their world through play, and hence giving them enough time to play through careful planning help them have positive learning experience. Purposeful and productive play...

5.0

"Heading back to work after having a baby was so stressful for a first-time mom. What has made the transition so much easier is knowing that my child is in a positive and safe environment all day. I could not ask for better care from Hemaxi--she's loving to my...

Andrea B.

Bree's Bundles Daycare

1177 85TH CT, Downers Grove, IL

If you're interested in at-home daycare for your little ones, I have part time availability (Monday, Wednesday, Friday) in my south Downers Grove home. I offer a small group setting in a safe, nurturing environment that allows kids to be creative and grow through play. I'll also provide healthy...

Lilja's Group Family Child Care Home

5629 Lee Ave., Downers Grove, IL

I have been providing high-quality early childhood education and care in my DCFS licensed Downers Grove home for over 23 years. We have a bright and happy home with a fun mixed-age group of friends who would welcome your child. My husband, Rick, has been working full-time with me for 20 years and...

Robin's Daycare

5859 Chase Ave, Downers Grove, IL

WE HAVE OPENINGS FOR TEACHERS! My name is Robin, and I have been providing home daycare in Downers Grove for 30 years! Some of the first children we ever provided care for have brought their children to us for daycare too! Every day there is active play, social skills, reading, games, puzzles,...

Littlest Learners

437 Austin St, Downers Grove, IL

Littlest Learners is a small in home day care that prides itself play based learning! Run by a masters level social worker with extensive early intervention and early childhood experience Littlest Learners focuses on the development of the whole child. Offering a schedule rich in play based,...

Lillie's Little Ladybugs

6478 Woodward Ave, Downers Grove, IL

Loving Family Child Care

5121 Main St. Suite 2, Downers Grove, IL

I am a mother of two children seeking to care for one child a couple days a week. I have a loving family that cherishes children, and I have years of childcare experience. We are conveniently located in downtown Downers Grove, IL and are available any day of the week.

Flexible Childcare

412 Hill St, Downers Grove, IL

I am offering flexible childcare in my home. Full time, part time or occasional care is available. Rates depend on days/hours needed as well as age/s of child/ren. I have a smoke and pet free home. Experience with food allergies. All snacks and meals provided. I have a Master's in Social Work...

TLC Daycare

7021 Powell Court, Downers Grove, IL

I have an opening. I have over 20 years experience providing in-home daycare with excellent references. I provide one on one quality care for children from ages 12 weeks through 12 years of age. I provide transportation to and from school and activities in the Downers Grove area. My home is located...

Chatterbox A Family Day Care

4504 Bryan Pl, Downers Grove, IL

Martina Kuzma

2148 Prentiss Dr, Downers Grove, IL

Robin

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Caring Hands

2140 Prentiss Dr., Downers Grove, IL

Kelly's Child Care

7010 Downers Grove, Downers Grove, IL

Debbie S.

1 Clarendon Hills Road, Clarendon Hills, IL

4.9

(9)

*All day care *Before school/after school- will drop off or pick up *Date nights/over nights *CONVENIENT 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK* My goal is to have small groups of children and take care of them as my own. I would love to have long term families and build relationships with them and the children. I...

5.0

"Debbie is by far the best daycare provider we have had for our 5 and 7 year old daughters! My girls love her to pieces which is the most important thing. They look forward to going there every day and fight me to leave when I pick them up. Debbie is very loving and...

Bridget R.

Jessica's Kiddie Clubhouse

3643 Forest Ave, Brookfield, IL

5.0

(1)

I have 12 + years experience of childcare and caregiver. One year ago, I started babysitting 2 little girls, and they inspired me to start my own business. I started to enjoy my job as a provider and that's when I started looking more into opening my home to all kids. I'm CPR and First Aid and AED...

5.0

"she's the best caring caregiver known. she has great communication and good caring for the kids.. kids love her!!!"

Jessica G.

Sisters Home Day Care

604 68th Street, Willowbrook, IL

5.0

(3)

Hello! My name is Suzanne. My sister and I run a day care in her Willowbrook home. We provide a loving home environment while you are away. We encourage friendship and cooperation among the families in our care. Most of the children that we care for begin as infants and remain in our care until...

5.0

"I really enjoyed this home daycare. They were big on open communication, thought of creative activities for holidays for kids and outside activities. My son started going when he was 1 years old and he felt welcomed since day one. My son is now 3 and I can see how...

Melissa N.

2nd Connection Fcc

1S310 Dillon LN, Villa Park, IL

5.0

(1)

Hello, I'm Ms. Virginia, but to my little ones, I'm Ms. Gina. I am the owner and primary childcare provider at 2nd Connection Family Child Care, an in-home childcare program located in Villa Park, IL. I currently have full-time and part-time space available. I charge $85 per child daily, which...

5.0

"My two kids have been going to 2nd Connection for over three years--my older is graduating to kindergarten this fall! We love Ms. Virginia--she's so thoughtful and kind with our kids and works hard to make an engaging environment. The one-on-one attention our kids...

Laurel S.

Tiny Hands

4505 Oak Ave, Brookfield, IL

5.0

(8)

Hi everyone! My name is Imelda, I m a childcare provider, I have 9 years in experience in the care of children between the ages of 0-5 years, at the moment I m taking care of kids in my house currently I have a small group of kids to individually give then my full attention that they need. I am CPR...

5.0

"We are so lucky to have found Tiny Hands! Both of my sons have been in Imelda's care since they were infants. Tiny Hands is unique that it provides the small, personal touch of an in-home care, but because she has the daycare set up in a casita on the property the...

Brittany H.

First Step Home Child Care

6117 Ridgeway Dr., Woodridge, IL

4.3

(6)

I have had my home childcare business for 19 years in Woodridge. I am state licensed and First Aid/CPR certified. I can provide local school transportation. I have a very large playroom and provide many games, puzzles, toys, books, movies, and crafts for my kids. I have outdoor toys as well with a...

5.0

"Paulette has taken care of my two boys, now ages 7 and 9, since my oldest was 15 months. She is reliable, flexible, and full service! Paulette has a great backyard for playing outdoors, a large playroom where the boys play games, make crafts, watch movies, and...

Kathy B.